Our words and actions have an impact. During my 21 years in law enforcement, I saw the impact of how people were treated. When well intentioned people don’t understand the people they’re working with, it’s possible to do more harm than good.  Through workshops, keynote speaking and training programs, I equip people with tools to bridge the gap between at-risk and immigrant youth, First Nations Youth, newcomers and the community at large. 

From April to June 2020, Vito DiSalvo completed a longtime bucket list item of composing his “Symphony No. 1.”  Composing this symphony and creating the virtual orchestral recording was his ‘pandemic passion project.’

For the past six years, Vito DiSalvo has served as music director and pianist for The Sicilian Tenors touring with them throughout the United States.

In 2019, DiSalvo completed the motion picture score for the newly released Little Italy Productions film, “That’s Amore”, starring Tammy Pescatelli, Dave Petti, Joe Puglisi, and the late Barbara Russell.  You can view the official movie trailer by visit “That’s Amore” on IMDB:  “That’s Amore” is currently available for streaming on your favorite movie streaming sites.

Vito DiSalvo’s musical background and leadership have taken him to concert stages from the Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Ohio tri-state area, where he originated and lead the popular dance band, WE THREE; and now to film scoring credits in “That’s Amore”.  DiSalvo also garnered screen credits in the Julia Roberts Sony Film, “Eat Pray Love”, having two of his We Three recordings in the film:  The classic ‘wedding tarantella’ “Tarantella Napoletana” and an original that he penned in 1987, “Tarantella Americana.”  He also earned performing credits (accordion) on the film, “A Wedding for Bella” aka “The Bread My Sweet”.  In the mid 2000’s, Vito played piano for a short stint for the singing group “The Lettermen.”  Vito also produced a PBS special with his group We Three and American tenor, Matt Morgan.   He traveled to South Africa, Europe, Australia, Canada and China where he conducted and performed on both piano and accordion as Music Director for international singers Giorgia Fumanti and Patrizio Buanne.  Vito was also privileged to play accordion for world-renowned tenor, the late Luciano Pavarotti, for his Pittsburgh concerts, as well as to have performed on the Grammy Award winning Jazz album for the late Nancy Wilson, “Turned To Blue.”

In February 1977, DiSalvo started Mifflin Hills Music Co as a publishing company and served for the next thirty years as an umbrella company for all he did in the music business.  In 2007, Mifflin Hills Music Publishing LLC became solely a music publishing company and MHM Productions LLC was formed as a record label and artist management company.   With Mifflin Hills Music Publishing LLC being a BMI affiliate, DiSalvo, in 2019 started Parkridge Music Publishers LLC to accommodate ASCAP writers.  Mr. DiSalvo and his companies have published choral music and numerous symphonic band compositions and plan to publish his “Symphony No. 1”.    He has also produced nearly thirty albums for his MHM label.  His original music has been performed on the HBO series “The Sopranos,” on national advertisements and for the past fifteen years on the promotional videos and national television advertisements for Perillo Tours.  His music has also appeared in an independent comedy film, as well as several documentary films.  

Vito DiSalvo also collaborated with Pittsburgh radio legend, Jack Bogut, on five recording projects featuring “Story Teller Jack’s” original stories and DiSalvo’s original music; “The Joys of Growing Up Italian”, “Big Sky Café”, “Mental Movies”, “Word Painter”, and “Past Present Accounted For”.

Earning a Bachelor of Science Degree in Music Education from Duquesne University in May 1973, DiSalvo was honored by Duquesne in 1977 with the prestigious Distinguished Alumni Award in recognition of his outstanding achievements and contributions to the fields of music and music education. Vito furthered his musical education earning a Master of Music Degree in Theory/Composition from the University of Miami in Coral Gables, Florida in 1975 where he studied with such distinguished composers as the late Clifton Williams, the late John Kinyon, and the late Alfred Reed.

In 2008, the National Italian Sports Hall of Fame honored Vito DiSalvo as their “Education Professional of the Year.”

Erik Cutter is a visionary urban regenerative farmer and devout steward of our planet. Erik is managing director of Alegría Fresh (www.AlegriaFresh.com) and executive producer of the documentary film, “Farmacy of Light” (www.FarmacyofLight.com), a film that illuminates ancient links between human health and soil health, exposing our critical need to regenerate living soil to produce local, light-filled healing food.

Alegría Fresh is a zero-waste, regenerative urban microfarm employing RegenOrganic soil-based growing systems. Erik is also Founder of the Alegría Farmacy, an integrated carbon neutral food production system designed to grow superior produce anywhere, anytime. Erik has over 35 years experience growing ultra nutrient-rich produce using regenerative organic techniques and is a leading pioneer in developing cost effective living soil-based growing systems that can be deployed over man-made surfaces close to where people live and work. See (www.AlegriaFarmacy.com) and (www.SoxxBoxx.com).

He has a background in biochemistry and oncology, and possesses a lifelong passion for creating haute cuisine using the finest ingredients, most of which he grows himself. Erik’s mission is to increase adaptability and resilience and combat auto-immune disorders by creating greater awareness of the numerous health benefits of consuming fresh, locally-grown, light-filled food. The company’s goals include connecting individuals with where their food comes from and how it should be grown in living soil to optimize microbiome health, influencing positive change in resource management, teaching healthy eating habits, promoting entrepreneurship programs and creating green jobs in urban agriculture.

Dr. Wencke Meteling is a Leadership Coach and Equine Learning Facilitator, and life enthusiast. 

Originally from Germany, she moved to Washington, DC eight years ago. She is certified in Executive Leadership Coaching by Georgetown University’s Institute for Transformational Leadership, and in Equine-Facilitated Learning by the HERD Institute (Institute of Human Equine Relational Development). We share many parallels in life, and Wencke also had a wake-up call - we both share our stories...

With 18 years of experience in academic research, teaching, and leadership on both sides of the Atlantic, Wencke brings an international perspective to her coaching. Her career spans roles such as assistant professor in contemporary history at Universität Marburg, Feodor Lynen Postdoc Fellow with the Humboldt Foundation at Wolfson College, Cambridge University in the UK, and DAAD postdoc fellow at Johns Hopkins School of International Studies (SAIS) in Washington, D.C. 

She holds a Ph.D. and M.A. in history from Universität Tübingen and a Maîtrise from Université de Provence Aix-Marseille. Wencke is also an award-winning author in military and war history with a study on German and French Regiments during WWI.

I am a free spirit. I love the water, I love to surf and teach others how to surf. I get so passionate to share my love of surfing and the ocean with others, especially other women. It brings me great joy to show women how to navigate the ocean and flow with the waves in each of our own unique ways.

A bit about me:

I grew up always the last one to get out of the water, whether it was a lake, pool or the ocean. The water has been my special place, the one place where I can always go to feel totally free and to be me.

When I was 17 I moved to Kauai with my sisters and I went to massage school and fell in love instantly.I knew right then and there, I had found another passion. When I’m not running surf retreats or with my daughter I spend my time doing bodywork. I love connecting with others from a present space.

Love you ALL, Let's SURF

Bob Williams is the Founder and CEO of Ranch Hands Rescue. After suffering a stroke in 2007, Bob decided to retire from Motorola. After a year of rehabilitation, he decided to start a not-for-profit organization that would save animals and help people. In 2008, Ranch Hands Rescue was born, and a farm animal sanctuary for animals with special needs was established. In 2010, the Ranch Hands Rescue Counseling Program was started. Bob's vision was to partner abused and neglected animals with individuals by using Equine and Animal Assisted Counseling in an effort to help individuals who don't respond to traditional therapy. His counseling program is the only program in the country that partners abused and neglected animals in mental health therapy. Bob's passion is helping innocent victims, especially children, who require a nontraditional approach to uncovering severe trauma. He assembled a team of counseling experts who are highly trained and certified in trauma and PTSD to be another resource in our community to help individuals who are suffering and see no hope.

RHR fills a special niche in mental health counseling services community in that we specialize in treating the more complex trauma cases, such as victims of multiple abuses by multiple perpetrators and people not making progress in their current treatment programs.

Bob and Ranch Hands Rescue have been featured in over 220 TV and news stories including Animal Planet, Time Magazine, Fox Worldwide News, USA Today, CNN, Good Morning America and National Geographic. Bob recently announced plans to open the first safe house for young men 18-24 who have been sex trafficked. Bob's House of Hope will be the first in the country to do this.

Ranch Hands Rescue is currently working on a National Education Program to educate the public that boys are sex trafficked too. Ranch Hands Rescue has 2 locations. One in Argyle, Texas and one in Denton, Texas and serves the entire Metroplex. Bobs personal story as a survivor of rape, addiction, homelessness, and his story of rebuilding his life along with his passion for helping others is why Ranch Hands Rescue continues to grow. 5 Time Emmy Winner Doris Roberts said “He was one of the most incredible speakers I have ever heard, his honesty and his passion is contagious. His journey needs to be heard by everyone who has struggled with sexual abuse, rape, or addiction. I think he is amazing, and I am proud to be his friend.”

Landon Dickeson is an accomplished mental health professional with over a decade of experience in the field. He serves as the Executive Director for Ranch Hands Rescue and Bob’s House of Hope. Landon has worked with thousands of trauma survivors, and this vast
experience has driven his passion to create treatment programs for those with complex PTSD.

Landon graduated from the University of North Texas with a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, after which he obtained state licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor. Landon has experience working with high-risk youth, dual diagnosis, suicide loss, sexual assault/abuse trauma, Veteran trauma, and male victims of Commercial Sexual Exploitation (CSE). He has been trained in Crisis Intervention, Risk of Harm Assessment, EMDR, Equine and Animal Assisted Counseling, DBT, TBRI, TF-CBT,
Psychological First Aid, and more.

Landon’s passion for education led him to create several trainings to increase understanding of complex trauma, sex trafficking, and overlooked populations. His speaking engagements have included the JuST Conference, TNOYS Conference, DFPS
Conference, Humanymal International Conference, numerous webinars, local events, and news stories. Landon also helped launch the first state- and nationwide billboard campaign, called #BoysToo, to educate the public about the sex trafficking of males. After years
of treating sexual abuse and trafficking victims, Landon helped create the first safe house program in the country for male victims of sex trafficking, Bob’s House of Hope.

John Schindler brings four decades of diverse experience spanning entertainment, real estate development, environmental activism, and purpose-driven entrepreneurship. His work consistently bridges the gap between commercial success and positive social impact, making him a unique voice in today’s evolving media landscape.

John’s work consistently aims to bridge the gap between commercial sectors, creativity, media and positive social impact. His unique ability to combine creative narratives with practical solutions makes him particularly relevant in today’s market, where audiences increasingly demand content that addresses global challenges while maintaining high entertainment value.

Core Expertise

 Communication & Development Strategy

– Facilitates complex proposals and narratives for purpose-driven initiatives

– Creates compelling multi-media presentations bridging social impact and commercial success

– Specializes in strategic consulting for intentional community development

– Four decades of experience across entertainment, real estate development, and environmental, community and social activism

 AI & Technology Innovation

– Developing purpose-driven AI platform integrating:

 * Spiritual ethics framework

 * Ancestral wisdom principles

 * Village model sustainability concepts

 * Predictive analytics for social impact

– Estimated development budget: $2M

– Focus on supporting mission-driven organizations and environmental initiatives

 Project Development & Execution

– Expertise in real estate and community development and financing

– 15 years of experience with CBRE Capital Markets

– Strategic partnerships with key institutions and thought leaders

– Implementation of scalable solutions for ecologic and social initiatives

Creative Works & Projects (Above the Line on over 75 Hollywood projects)
Published Books & Music:

“ACT: Activating the Crew of Spaceship Earth” – A groundbreaking guide for planetary transformation and environmental stewardship (Book Preview)
“ARC: Anthro-Regenerative Communities” – Blueprint for creating sustainable, regenerative communities (Book Preview)
“Rhythms of Regeneration” – A 12-track album featuring uplifting songs about environmental stewardship and human potential (Preview Album Music)
“Keys To Your Soul” – A 13-track album featuring uplifting songs about human evolution and potential (Preview Album Music)
3 more albums ready to publish in December 2024.
Writing for Film & Television Scripts & Projects:

“Bertha’s Word” – A compelling historical thriller screenplay about a Jewish psychic forced to read for Hitler, based on true events. The script explores themes of resistance, moral courage, and the power of human connection during history’s darkest moments.
“CosmoGenesis” – An epic television series previously optioned by American Zoetrope with early interest from Viacom and Sci-Fi Channel. The project attracted attention from Johnny Depp, who expressed interest in the lead role before 9/11 disrupted development, but currently undergoing resurrection.
“Crew of Spaceship Earth” – An e-magazine to be promoted through and evolved into a documentary series about global leaders in ecological, social regenerative movements, with the University for International Cooperation  (Preview UCI).
“Eco-Mardi Gras” – a feature length documentary that shows how social activism can be fun, creative and effective at the same time. (Preview Film)
Movies, television, music videos, marketing, scripts and promotions. (View Reel)
Formulated the products and built natural food company, GoBeyond Foods into more than 2000 of the top health food stores in the USA (Preview Presentation)
Business Consulting & Finance

·       15 years with multinational Fortune 100, CBRE, specialist in development finance under Capital Acquisition & Development (Website)

·       New-Paradigm speaker, mentor, workshops, courses C-Suite consultant, project logistics, development, budgeting and execution, practical use of Ai technologies. (Summary)

·       Intentional Community Development (Example project & Plan by John Schindler)

Environmental Leadership & Innovation

Created and will launch Natures Blueprint non-profit on 01/01/25
Assembling a support network for the Crew of Spaceship Earth
Writing new books, scripts, and media content
Creating educational content for environmental awareness
Strategic partnerships with key institutions and thought leaders
Integration of AI and technology platform for environmental activism
Creation of scalable solutions for sustainable community development